J.J. Abrams - The Works

J.J. Abrams has achieved more in the past decade than most directors do in their entire career. Think about it, he's been passed the reins to some of the biggest blockbuster franchises of all time. These include: Star Trek, Mission Impossible and Star Wars...STAR WARS! A genuine fan of film since his childhood, saying that Abrams is living his dream would be a serious understatement. With an incredible eye for fun, nostalgia and electrifying pacing, Abrams has not only been able to reignite these franchises to entertain modern audiences, but please most of the diehard fans as well. It was the balance of the excitement, nostalgia and heart within his work that I wanted to capture in this latest instalment of The Works. Plus I thought It would be neat to chronicle his career prior to earning the unbelievable position of directing Star Wars: Episode VII.

I'd also like to note that J.J. Abrams - The Works not only covers his four features, but also episodes of select television programs he both created and directed.

Clips from 'Mission Impossible III', 'Star Trek', 'Super 8' and 'Star Trek Into Darkness' remain courtesy of Paramount Pictures, © TM & Copyright 2006, 2009, 2011, 2013.

Clips from the episodes 'Todd Mulcahy Parts 1&2' of 'Felicity' remain courtesy of Touchstone Television, © TM & Copyright 1999

Clips from the episode 'Truth Be Told' of 'Alias' remain courtesy of the American Broadcasting Company, © TM & Copyright 2001

Clips from the episodes 'Pilot, Parts 1&2' of 'Lost' remain courtesy of the American Broadcasting Company, © TM & Copyright 2004

'Logos/Pranking the Natives', 'Helluvacopter Chase' and 'Letting Go' by Michael Giacchino remain courtesy of Varese Sarabande, © TM & Copyright 2013, 2006, 2011.

'The Works' is a non-profit project intended for entertainment purposes only. No copyright laws were intended to be broken. All rights to any material used remain courtesy of their respective owners.

Edited By Joel Walden, © 2013

[MovieGodsLive]

Great job Joel, definitely captures the spirit and awe of J.J.'s work.

[miketheth]

This makes me emotional. If it had The Force Awakens in it I'd probably start crying.

[MichaelChapman]

Damn, that Giacchino score from Super 8 is too damn good, and you, my friend, are an amazing editor. One of the best you've made so far, Mr. Walden.

[UnderdogFilms]

Now this is what I call a tribute and you have my idol in this tribute. Keep up the good work Joel!

[matthewminor]

Mr. Walden, thanks for making this.

And although he'll probably never see this, I just want to say thank you to J.J. Abrams for the wonderful movies he has created.

[MarketingMovies]

Now I cant wait for Star Wars Episode VII!!!

[sleepymouthmusic]

YES! Great job.
JOSS NEXT PA-PA-PALEASE!

[hectorminator]

This was really special, Joel. Awesome job. JJ is my favorite director working today, and you reminded me why.

[huntercoxpersonal]

Beautiful work man.. Very professional, and just hitting all the right notes at the right time! Give this guy a job, someone!!!

[OhMyJosh]

Please do The Wachowskis - The Works! Such underrated and beautiful cinematic geniuses! I would love you forever!

[retroholmes]

AH! You didn't upload previews or anything (I think) so it took me by surprise and I loved it. Abrams is amazing.

[RadioactiveJawa]

Absolutely awesome. I'm sure he'll nail SW7.

[purvisfilms]

Charlie Chaplin - The Works would be amazing. Oh! And Wes Anderson too. And lovely work on all of these videos. They give me chills. Bravo.

[caesarsaysno]

Great job, Joel!
Loved the inclusion of LOST, and Giacchino's scores work great.
Keep making "The Works" videos!

[hectorminator]

Beautiful, beautiful work, man. Thanks.
If you ever get a chance, one featuring all the Star Trek films would be great. I mean, if anyone could make some of those movies look good, it'd be you.

[TheBraunMachine]

This was amazing, Joel, great job!! =D

[JulioAndradeC]

He's gradually improving with each project that he makes, I think Star Wars VII is in good hands

[ExtractorMrCharles]

This is fantastic and I loved your Dark Knight trilogy video. Do you think we'll ever get to see Christopher Nolan The Works?